1992 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 960 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pulsar | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Pulsar | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
